Summary

Dr. Sara Shields is a family medicine physician who has dedicated over three decades to comprehensive patient care. They graduated from The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University and completed their residency training at Brown University Hospital. With 32 years of experience in family medicine, Dr. Shields brings extensive knowledge to treating patients of all ages. They are fluent in both English and Spanish, enabling them to serve diverse communities.

Dr. Shields practices at the Family Health Center of Worcester in Worcester, Massachusetts, and maintains hospital affiliations with UMass Memorial Medical Center. They specialize in managing diabetes care, including Type 2 diabetes in both adults and pediatric patients. Patients consistently rate Dr. Shields highly for their compassionate care, with an average rating of 5.0. Their expertise in diabetes management helps families navigate this complex condition with confidence and comprehensive support.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 32 years of experience
  • 16 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Brown University Hospital
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Sara Grace Shields has 2 locations

Family Health Center Of Worcester Inc

26 Queen St Ste 13Worcester, MA 01610
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Sara Grace Shields

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • CBA Blue
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP)
  • Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Health New England
  • Integra
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Senior Whole Health
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Sara Grace Shields has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Sara Grace Shields has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

32 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Brown University Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from The Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University in 1994.

NPI Number

Dr. Shields' NPI number is 1952312969.

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Dr. Sara Shields is affiliated with Umass Memorial Medical Center.
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